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I know there are lots of cat owners on here, so I thought I'd pick your collective brains. We've decided to get a cat (or kitten, actually). I had cats as a kid but this is the first time I've had to be responsible for finding/choosing one and getting it settled in the home. Does anyone have any advice? And, does anyone know of any kittens that need a good home?
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I think I'll give Battersea a go. Celia Hammond seem a bit too awkward, to be honest: inspections, rehoming kittens in pairs or with their mothers... Also, kittens from Battersea will already be vaccinated, microchipped and neutered (or you can get a voucher for neutering them later).

Went to Battersea this morning and came back with a little kitten - a female tabby/tortoise-shell, 9 weeks old. Ahhhh....


Am really having to impose some self-control to leave her alone in our bedroom until she's feeling a little less freaked. Still need a name for her. Will probably be taking lots of pics of her once she's settled in.

One of our cats came from Battersea and I agree, the place is great. One tip they gave us to help the cat settle: try simple cat body language to indicate you are relaxed and friendly. So lots of stretching, yawning and slow blinking at the cat.

It might be that poor Missy just thought her new owners were too docile, lazy, or short-sighted to be a threat, but she settled in a treat!

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